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There have never been more exciting ways to quench your thirst than there are now. Water may be the best way to keep yourself hydrated, but a bevy of new, healthy beverages insist on making the process a whole lot more fun. In the mood for something sweet-ish? Instead of sugary drinks like soda, consider flavored seltzer waters that are tasty and refreshing without any sugar at all. If you like to caffeinate, there are excellent coffee and tea choices out there for whatever you prefer. And, of course, plenty of unique juices no matter what you’re mood, whether they’re made from cold-pressed watermelon or spicy, blended veggies.
The next time water sounds too boring, reach for one of these 12 SELF Healthy Food Award winners, just a few of the 250 products we taste-tested for this year’s awards. Of the many different drinks SELF editors tried, these were our favorites by far. All have been approved by our registered dietitians and are also all available at retail locations nationwide or available to order online. Get ready for the smoothest cold brew of your life, sparkling coconut water, grapefruit seltzer, and more.
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Courtesy of Brand1 Best Bottled Green Tea: Pure Leaf Unsweetened Brewed Green Tea
This green tea is totally refreshing and it will give you the kick you need, without being too strong. “It has a nice, mild, green tea flavor,” wrote one taste tester, “so it’s not too strong, but still makes you want to sit back and drink it outside.”
Per one 18.5-fl. oz. bottle: 0 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated), 0 g carbs, 0 g sugar, 0 g protein, 15 mg sodium
Suggested retail price: $1.25 for an 18.5-fl. oz. bottle
Buy it: amazon.com
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Courtesy of Brand2 Best Bottled Tea: Teavana Unsweetened Meyer Lemon Black Tea
For one editor, this tea has started to make a regular appearance in their midday routine since the original taste test. “I drink this tea almost daily now instead of a second cup of coffee,” they wrote. “There’s none of the bitterness you can sometimes get with black tea…and it’s a great midday boost.” Plus, a bit of lemon adds a refreshing, citrusy flavor that also makes it a great thirst quencher.
Per one 14.5-fl. oz. bottle: 0 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated), 0 g carbs, 0 g sugar, 0 g protein, 15 mg sodium
Suggested retail price: $1.99 for a 14.5-fl. oz. bottle
Buy it: target.com
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Courtesy of Brand3 Best Decaf Bottled Tea: SOUND Sparkling Rose Tea
Even if you don’t usually like floral drinks, you’ll love this one. The rose flavor isn’t overwhelming—instead, it gives it a super subtle freshness that is a great alternative when you’re sick of the typical lemon or mint iced teas, according to taste testers.
Per one 12-fl. oz. bottle: 0 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated), 0 g carbs, 0 g sugar, 0 g protein, 0 mg sodium
Suggested retail price: $2.49 for a 12-fl. oz. bottle
Buy it: amazon.com
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Courtesy of Brand4 Best Loose Leaf Tea: Community Porch Breeze Signature Iced Tea
“This tea is crisp, refreshing, and easy to make in large batches,” wrote one person, “a summertime crowd pleaser.” It also makes a great base for big-batch punches or cocktails, and our editors experimented with it by adding fresh fruit, citrus slices, and mint leaves.
Per one tea bag: 0 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated), 0 g carbs, 0 g sugar, 0 g protein, 0 mg sodium
Suggested retail price: $3.98 for a box of 48 tea bags
Buy it: walmart.com
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Courtesy of Brand5 Best Coconut Water: Vita Coco Sparkling Lemon Ginger Coconut Water
Coconut water is great, but sparkling coconut water is way more exciting. “This effervescent coconut water has just the right amount of sweetness,” one editor noted. “It’s like taking your sparkling water up a notch.”
Per one 12-fl. oz. can: 25 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated), 5 g carbs, 4 g sugar, 0 g protein, 85 mg sodium
Suggested retail price: $1.99 for a 12-fl. oz. can
Where to buy: vitacoco.com
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Courtesy of Brand6 Best Flavored Seltzer: Alta Palla Grapefruit Sparkling Water
Even though this seltzer has a strong, grapefruit flavor, our editors found that it didn’t taste artificial at all. They noted that sometimes flavored water can be way too subtle, but that’s definitely not the case with this one. Plus, it’s super bubbly, and they liked that it didn’t fall flat immediately after opening like some seltzers do.
Per 16-fl. oz. can: 0 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated), 0 g carbs, 0 g sugar, 0 g protein, 5 mg sodium
Suggested retail price: $1.49 for a 16-fl. oz. can
Buy it: amazon.com
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Courtesy of Brand7 Best Sweetened Iced Coffee: High Brew Cold Brew Coffee in Black and Bold
Our editors called this cold brew “smooth and simple” and it’s just a touch sweet with only 1 gram of added sugar. Sold in cans, it’s perfect for when you need to grab a quick caffeine boost on your way out the door.
Per one 8-fl. oz. can: 20 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated), 4 g carbs, 1 g sugar, 1 g protein, 10 mg sodium
Suggested retail price: $23.00 for 12 8-fl. oz. cans
Buy it: amazon.com
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Courtesy of Brand8 Best Unsweetened Iced Coffee: Wandering Bear Coffee Straight Black Cold Brew
Unlike a lot of black coffees, which can be harsh and bitter, this one is “beyond smooth,” according to one editor. “I rarely drink my coffee black,” they wrote, “but this iced coffee has made me a convert.” Sold in cartons, this cold brew is great to keep in your fridge for lazy mornings when you don’t necessarily want a full serving of coffee.
Per 8-fl. oz. serving: 9 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated), 1 g carbs, 0 g sugar, 0 g protein, 0 mg sodium
Suggested retail price: $29 for a box of 16 servings
Buy it: wanderingbearcoffee.com
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Courtesy of Brand9 Best Cold-Pressed Juice: WTRMLN WTR Mint
This watermelon beverage is so juicy and fruity, it basically taste like a liquified watermelon. A bit of mint makes it nice and refreshing and keeps it from becoming too sweet.
Per one 12-fl. oz. bottle: 60 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated), 15 g carbs, 12 g sugar, 1 g protein, 0 mg sodium
Suggested retail price: $49.99 for a 12-pack of 12-fl. oz. bottles
Buy it: wtrmlnwtr.com
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Courtesy of Brand10 Best Fruit Juice: SimplyNature Organic Premium 100% Juices: Antioxidant Power
This juice is simple and great. Our editors found it “nice and refreshing,” and “not too thin,” as many juices are. Plus, they noted that while a lot of other juice separated over time, this one held together very well.
Per one 8-fl. oz. serving: 140 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated), 34 g carbs, 32 g sugar, 0 g protein, 25 mg sodium
Suggested retail price: $3.89 per 33.8-fl oz. bottle
Available at ALDI stores.
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Courtesy of Brand11 Best Green Juice: BluePrint Watercress Warrior
No thick and slimy green juice here. This one is light, thin, and easy to drink.
Per 16-fl. oz. bottle: 60 calories, 1 g fat (0 g saturated), 8 g carbs, 4 g sugar, 4 g protein, 80 mg sodium
Suggested retail price: $65.00 for a pack of 6 16-fl. oz. bottles
Buy it: blueprint.com
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Courtesy of Brand12 Best Kombucha: Suja Mixed Berries Kombucha
Slightly fizzy and subtly flavored, this kombucha will hit the spot. One editor wrote that it’s “not too sweet and not too tangy, but a little bit of each.” If you feel like amping it up a bit, know that its subtle flavor makes it an excellent companion for bubbly cocktails.
Per one 8-fl. oz. serving: 30 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated), 8 g carbs, 7 g sugar, 0 g protein, 5 mg sodium
Suggested retail price: $3.49 for a 15.2-fl. oz. bottle
Buy it: target.com
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Courtesy of Brand13 Best Vegetable Juice: Campbell’s V8 Low Sodium Very Spicy Vegetable Juice
When they say this is spicy, they’re not kidding. “Genuinely spicy, which was surprising,” wrote on person,” while another excitedly exclaimed, “SPICY!” Drink it as is or use it as a healthyish base for your next bloody Mary.
Per 8 oz: 45 calories, 0g fat (0g saturated), 9g carbs, 7g sugar, 2g protein, 140mg sodium
Suggested retail price: $22.78 for a box of 24 11.5-fl. oz. cans
Buy it: amazon.com
